1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 280 kg more than 1957 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Trans Sport | T603 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
